I can remember when my dad bought his first infrared remote back in the early ‘80s. A few years later, he purchased his first cell phone. It was a bulky bag phone, but it was mobile, and wireless. In the ‘90s, PDAs and laptops started having infrared capabilities, allowing for short range communication between computing devices. A few years after Y2K, wireless network cards and a rash of Bluetooth devices began to hit the market.Today, laptops come standard with wireless capabilities and there are thousands of Bluetooth enabled devices available. It is now possible to buy a wireless headset for a cell phone! A wireless device for a wireless device!? Even game consoles have gone wireless. Both Microsoft and Sony have jumped onto the wireless bandwagon offering wireless controllers and a variety of wireless devices specifically designed for the Xbox360 and the PS3.
As well, an increasing number of organizations have begun adopting wireless infrastructure in lieu of a wired solution. It saves thousands of dollars of installation costs and can be easily implemented. Although security has always a concern with regards to wireless technologies, WiFi device manufacturers continue to improve security features, making them all the more valuable.
If you’ve ever struggled with connecting a home entertainment system, then you understand the value of wireless capabilities. They are generally easy to set up, and provide the kind of freedom and flexibility that just can not be duplicated with wired devices. It’s no wonder they are so popular.
If you’re interested in reading more, check out this MSNBC Article: The real wireless revolution is just beginning
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